Cartouche bekroond met parasol c. 1710 - 1772

This print, made by Gabriel Huquier, features a cartouche crowned with a parasol, a tableau rich with symbolic weight. The parasol, an ancient emblem of status and divine right, immediately draws our attention. Consider its journey through time, from the canopies shading pharaohs and emperors to its appearance in religious art, sheltering sacred figures. It embodies not just protection from the elements, but a sanctuary of power and authority. Interestingly, the trident seen on the right, often associated with Neptune, the god of the sea, is a symbol that has been carried through various cultures. As the parasol protects, so does the trident assert dominance, an interplay of sheltering and command deeply embedded in our collective memory. The emotional resonance lies in this assertion of protection and authority, engaging us on a primal level. It's a potent visual language that has echoed through epochs, resurfacing with each new interpretation, forever evolving, yet eternally resonant.